Job Description:

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: CU Innovations

Job Title: Director of Ventures and Product Development

Position #:00781302 – Requisition #:34896

Job Summary:

Join us to drive innovation and create impactful ventures in pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostic, and digital health technologies!

The Director of Ventures and Product Development will be a driven, entrepreneurial, passionate, and rigorous professional who will help run an established proof-of-concept bio-accelerator program within CU Innovations and support venture creation and product development across the campus.  They will drive innovative problem solving for early-stage academic discoveries, manage complex client and stakeholder interactions, produce industry-enhancing thought leadership, and ensure the excellence of client deliverables. The Director of Ventures and Product Development will also pursue business development opportunities that drive the Venture program’s continued growth. They will design and implement internal initiatives that support spinout ventures, grant program cohorts and the CU Innovations’ mission.

The Director of Ventures and Product Development will take the Ventures program to the next level by utilizing existing resources effectively and efficiently and working to develop new resources to complement existing infrastructure, including working with faculty to evaluate early-stage discoveries, recruiting subject matter experts as mentors and building long-term relationships with industry partners to develop early-stage scientific discoveries as products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate an environment that promotes the creation of high-value venture companies


• Expand upon the organizational infrastructure for CU Innovations Ventures programming


• Supervise the day-to-day functioning of grant programs such as the SPARK program


• Help build project plans and milestones for selected teams in collaboration with program mentors and outside experts


• Plan and execute activities for the ventures programming, including extensive coordination, planning, and communication.


• Help faculty to identify CROs to work with and assist with the preparation of relevant documents ahead of interactions with regulatory agencies or investors.


• Connect selected teams to product development experts and as these teams form startups, help identify business partners and investors for them.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3-4 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

CU Innovations is working with researchers and clinicians to discover new treatment options, medical devices, diagnostic strategies and innovative technologies to improve the lives and outcomes of patients. CU Innovations works directly with researchers, clinicians and external partners at the University of Colorado, and staff at UCHealth and at Children’s Hospital Colorado to commercialize their innovations. It is our mission to enable commercialization through the best route for a given technology and ensure that technologies can optimally benefit patients.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

Medical: Multiple plan options

Dental: Multiple plan options

Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

Holiday Days: 10/year

Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry, biology, genetics, biomedical engineering or related field.


• 8+ years or professional experience working in similar roles, including experience in product development in biotechnology, venture development, working with academic investigators, and developing and implementing project plans.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry, biology, genetics, biomedical engineering or related field.


• 10+ years or professional experience working in similar roles, including experience in product development in biotechnology, venture development, working with academic investigators, and developing and implementing project plans.


• MBA.


• Post-doctoral fellowship or instructor experience.


• Product development experience in large biotechnology corporations.


• Previous experience running an academic incubator program advancing faculty ventures.

Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Strong conceptual thinker with the ability to grasp and navigate abstract concepts, relate them to one another, and translate those concepts into strategies and practical actions.


• Project Management: Confident in leading and executing a portfolio of interconnected projects with high attention to detail across multiple stakeholders.


• Research and Data Synthesis: Ability to independently recognize learning opportunities, design and conduct research, gather data, structure quantitative and qualitative analyses, and draw and apply actionable recommendations.


• Written and Verbal Communication: Excellent skills in creating original public content and delivering verbal presentations in multiple settings.


• Self-Starter: Proactive in identifying problems and opportunities, developing recommendations, and acting on those recommendations.


• Adaptability: Thrives in an ambiguous environment with the autonomy to drive work.


• Learning Mindset: Desires continuous improvement; has an innate sense of curiosity and is grounded by self-awareness that provides space for learning and growth.


• Passion for Impact: Driven by the desire to contribute to societal change, making the economy work for all people, and interested in system integration and social change theories.


• Community Building: Recognizes the value of a well-prepared and supported community, can bring together thought leaders, facilitate conversations, and remove barriers to collaboration.


• Leadership and Mobilization: Possesses a mix of vision and tactics, manages multiple teams on various projects, and is willing to engage directly in tasks.


• Resourcefulness and Adaptability: Comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change, possesses a positive attitude, and identifies creative solutions to obstacles while managing multiple responsibilities.


• Commitment to Inclusion: Consistently considers diverse perspectives, has experience working with diverse teams, and values creating a supportive workplace.


• Team Player: Willing to support both small projects and large strategic goals, earning influence without authority, and always ready to lend a hand.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.    A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.    Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.    Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Lindley Pagels, lindley.pagels@cuanschutz.edu 

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 11, 2024 

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $155,035 - $170,000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program. 

Job Category: Business Services

Primary Location: Hybrid

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Sep 16, 2024

Unposting Date: Ongoing Apply Now